On This Day

Cecil Frank Powell

experimental physicist

Born: Died: British

Cecil Frank Powell (5 December 1903 – 9 August 1969) was a British experimental physicist who received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1950 for heading the team that developed the photographic method of studying nuclear processes, and for the resulting discovery of the pion.

Notable For

British experimental physicist

Cecil Frank Powell's Historical Timeline

  1. Cecil Frank Powell dies

    Cecil Frank Powell, British experimental physicist, known for british experimental physicist, died on 1969-08-09.

Associated Historical Events

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cecil Frank Powell born?
Cecil Frank Powell was born on 1903-08-09 (British).
What is Cecil Frank Powell known for?
British experimental physicist
What historical events involved Cecil Frank Powell?
Cecil Frank Powell was involved in 1 recorded historical event, including Cecil Frank Powell dies.
When did Cecil Frank Powell die?
Cecil Frank Powell died on 1969-01-01.

Related Years